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Transforming Reading: Strategies to Master Exam Prep and Comprehension
Preparing for exams that involve reading comprehension requires more than simply answering questions at face value. To truly excel , our...
Silvia Bastow
Nov 23, 20246 min read
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The vital role of parental involvement in Languages classroom
In today’s globalised society, the importance of learning multiple languages is more apparent than ever. Language skills open doors to...
Silvia Bastow
Nov 3, 20247 min read
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How to successfully support EAL learners in the languages classroom
Supporting English as an Additional Language (EAL) students in the classroom presents both challenges and opportunities. With a growing...
Silvia Bastow
Oct 6, 20248 min read
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Celebrating the (European) Day of Languages: Engaging Activities for Students
The European Day of Languages  is celebrated every year on September 26th  across Europe. Established by the Council of Europe in 2001,...
Silvia Bastow
Sep 14, 20245 min read
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Grade Boundaries 2018-2024 Comparison
Using the spreadsheet shared by Ben Merritt on Secondary MFL Matters, I've completed a comparison for Edexcel. Tab 1 (Picture 1): Â This...
Silvia Bastow
Aug 23, 20241 min read
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Writable plastic folders – so many ways to use them!
This blog post was written by Esther Mercier. About the author of the post: Esther Mercier - My name is Esther Mercier, I am originally...
Silvia Bastow
Jul 6, 20244 min read
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